Assistant Controller – Real Estate Client Accounts

Full job description
Assistant Controller – Real Estate Client Accounts
Job ID
230608
Posted
25-Jul-2025
Service line
Advisory Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Accounting/Finance

Location(s)
London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our finance team, supporting a portfolio of real estate client accounts. This role is suited to professionals with strong technical accounting expertise and a collaborative mindset, looking to contribute to a high-performing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare quarterly and annual financial reports for real estate entities, including IFRS and UK Local GAAP accounts.
Coordinate financial data flow between clients, fund teams, property managers, and local accountants.
Oversee governance, compliance, and documentation for property companies.
Support tax and regulatory reporting, including VAT, CIT, deferred tax, and property tax.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis at the property level.
Manage intercompany reconciliations, loan compliance reporting, and cash distribution planning.
Supervise audits and support transaction activities such as acquisitions, disposals, and entity lifecycle events.
Collaborate with treasury, legal, and asset management teams to ensure accurate financial oversight.
Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Part or fully qualified Chartered/Certified Accountant designation preferred.
Background in accounting for real estate funds, SPVs, and holding companies is preferred but not essential.
Strong knowledge of VAT, CIT, IFRS, and Local GAAP.
Excellent analytical skills and sound professional judgement.
Pragmatic, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to advance your career in a reputable organization that values professionalism and teamwork. If you are ready to contribute to a high-performing team and support our clients' financial success, we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer:

Work in a collaborative, international environment with exposure to high-profile clients and projects.
Competitive salary and benefits package
ACCA qualification funded by CBRE (or equivalent)
Opportunity to work with a regional and global team of experts
Professional development and growth opportunities
Working at CBRE

When you join CBRE you will have the support and resources of a global firm where an entrepreneurial mind-set is encouraged. You'll realize your potential with challenging work, fast-paced assignments, an environment of constant learning and commitment to results. To enable your success, we provide the best tools, training and leaders in the industry.